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By Monty Tayloe
Rappahannock News Staff Writer
The Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority' received a donation from Prince William County of two ultraviolet light units that should save the county thousands of dollars in costs at the Sperryville Water Treatment Plant. The WSA learned of the donation at their July 6 meeting, which they also began consideration of their 20072007 operating budget. The budget includes a 5% raise for all three Water and Sewer employees, which is consistent with other county employees. This was also the first meeting for new member Ruth Kiger, who was appointed last month by Piedmont Supervisor Tom Taylor.
Once installed, the UV units should kill harmful bacteria in the water by radiating UV light. Currently the county uses chlorine for the same purpose. However, water treated with chlorine must then be treated with a chemical called Dechlor, which removes the chlorine from the
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